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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 11: Manager Walt Weiss #22 of the Atlanta Braves looks on prior to the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Truist Park on April 11, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
On Friday night, the Atlanta Braves opened up a series with the Milwaukee Brewers at Truist Park in Georgia.
The Braves won by a score of 3-2.
Mauricio Dubón led the team with one hit and two RBIs.
Injured Atlanta Braves Star Still Owed $49 Million
GettySpencer Strider #99 of the Atlanta Braves throws a pitch against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on May 31, 2026 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Earlier this week, the Braves got hit with tough injury news.
The Braves wrote (via X) on June 15: “Following a consultation with Dr. Keith Meister today, RHP Spencer Strider will be shut down from throwing for four weeks and then undergo a follow-up MRI. Provided that scan is clear, he will then begin a throwing progression.”
Following a consultation with Dr. Keith Meister today, RHP Spencer Strider will be shut down from throwing for four weeks and then undergo a follow-up MRI. Provided that scan is clear, he will then begin a throwing progression.
It’s worth noting that Strider is making $20 million this season.
He is also owed $44 million until the end of the 2028 season (with a $5 million buyout for 2029).
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years. He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar